Knebworth Openers Pastel Have That Early Oasis Swagger

Had never heard of them until Knebworth and now they're my favorite new band. Excellent tunes, attitude, and this piss take is totally something Oasis would've done back in the day...

The day begins with a clutch of support bands ready to kick off this Hertfordshire rock’n’roll party in style. Cocksure Manchester newbies Pastel, who were hand-picked by Gallagher himself, warm things up nicely with their blend of Verve-esque psych-rock. They aren’t scared to have pop at R Kid, either, as rhythm guitarist James Yates humbly thanks LG for putting his band on the bill before taking a wry dig at his beloved Manchester City. “It’s a shame he’s dirty blue,” he cheekily goads. “Glory, glory Man United!” (NME)